Need
1/2 tsp Nigella seeds (kalo jeere (bangla)/ kalonji (hindi))
2 tsp White oil (i use olive pomace oil - due to its high smoking point)
1 tbsp green chilis (chopped)
2 ridge gourds (ridges peeled off and cut as shown in pic)
1/2 tsp turmeric powder (optional)
Minced ginger (1 tsp) (optional)
salt & sugar to taste.
Preparation
In m/w oven splutter the nigella seeds in oil and green chillis for a minute, w/o cover. Use full power.
Now mix well the turmeric powder and ridge gourds and ginger, cover and return to oven, full power for 6 minutes.
Carefully remove the lid (contents are extremely hot by now), add salt and a pinch of sugar (this enhances the flavours used). Cover again and cook in full power for 4 more minutes. Jhinge posto is good to go :) Serve hot with steamed rice.
P.S. Many Bengalis skip the turmeric, I sometimes also skip ginger. Gives a different taste.....which is also great!
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